I was fully expecting this strip to be about that miserable old biddy telling Kim she’s not allowed to play with them anymore or some other bit of (blank)iness. This, though? I needed this. This is why I can’t get sick of Shannon, even if she has her annoying moments. Such a good kid!
Interesting to see that Jonah is not in Shannon’s family drawing. Hopefully Toni and Brad notice it and realize that they are doing a real good job with Shannon, probably not as good as Nancy would do (though she has almost 30 years of experience) but certainly a much better job than Jonah could ever dream of doing.
And the reformation of the brat is complete. Now that she’s nice and normal, meaning completely boring in relation to this strip, can we hope to never see her again?
Well, today is the last day of August. Will Jonah come back for his child—and will she go with him willingly? And how would Brad and Toni feel about that? Stay tuned, folks.
Interesting and gratifying that Shannon recognizes that family is not necessarily those who spawned a child but is those who actually care for him or her.
That’s good for a wrapup, but a missed opportunity for Shannon to have a little self reflection on how she comes across as bratty like the woman in the park.
There is nothing quite like knowing you have been helpful in a child’s life. Giving them the tools and encouragement to be able to make better decisions, be more caring of other, and of course be less narcissistic , Within the world of autism there a belief that autistics lack or have a greatly reduced capacity to understand that other people have their own minds. That others have their own needs, beliefs, desires, and so forth that differ from their own. I’ve often thought we all are a little autistic, and it’s a matter of degrees. They call it theory of mind. I have sometimes wandered if they see others as having existence except for when they are in front of them in a sense. I know that my son has a lack of trust with dogs because he doesn’t know what they are going to do next. He liked and accepted our Chow dog (Hershey) because he was very calm (no jumping up on you or wanting to play) and regal in his bearing. We got a Pyrenean Mountain Dog because they can be good therapy dogs but, he never warmed up to her because she liked to pladrawn toward the consistency of mechanical or repetitive objects. I need to stop hear because I am wearing out my son’s patience (lol). Sorry this is so poorly explained, Just sorta saying that I think most of us have some autistic and narcistic traits from birth and if not helped with seeing others early own life will be hard for them and everyone around them. I absolutely loved this timeline with Shannon. It is amazing how much Brad has grown as a person in this strip. nuff said.
What a cute gift! Shannon really loves her aunt and uncle. Brad and Toni are a great family to her, it’s fair for them to have doubts about whether the way they’re treating her is right or if they should have watched her more in the park. I’m more and more sure that when Shannon leaves, the house will seem them too empty and quiet.
I appreciate this for the spotlight it puts on a common modern issue. Raising a child is about that child’s development and the opportunities they are presented with in life. I myself was ignored growing up, so I began reading the comics to practice learning how to read. It was through Garfield, For Better or For Worse, Dennis the Menace, and Family Circle that I saw what a family could look like. Now, with comics such as Luann, Heart of the City, and Jumpstart, I’m seeing brave conversations started. Remember when we would have different opinions and just leave it at that? We didn’t discuss politics or religion, but rather simply shared our life experiences with one another and all that was taken from such interactions was a deeper appreciation for that person.Let’s live there
Even though it seems we are concluding an arc, I would still like to think that Shannon and Kim could be friends (going forward), and that maybe they will meet up again in school or elsewhere. Whenever a character is named often it implies that they will continue in some way. Kim’s mother has no name (to us), therefore she’s not important and will not re-appear (the way I see it). Why would G & K have introduced us to Kim and initiated a friendship between her and Shannon (via Shannon) if we were never going to see that friendship develop or never see Kim again?
You’ve done well,as shown by the picture, but it wouldn’t hurt to be a little more aware of what’s going on. In fact you need to pay a bit more attention Right Now!
I’m glad to see that they realized that they weren’t taking good care of the little girl in the park by losing sight of her. In this day and age, it’s not a good idea to lose sight of children when they’re playing in the park!
lvlax 18 days ago
Awwww… Isn’t that Spesial ? What a nice picture Shannon drew of them all. =)
Looks like this will be a wrap on the Month Of Shannon. It will be nice to see what some of the others have been up to. .
For the record, I feel Stef has now substantially pulled ahead of Shannon in the most annoying character race. LOL
Mordock999 Premium Member 18 days ago
Perhaps I shouldn’t feel this way, but it burns Me that Witch Hazel, got to shoot her mouth off with NO consequences.
I’m not saying that Toni should have DECKED her but Jeeze.
Yelling back, Bear Spray to the face, slashed tires, something.
At least Shannon appreciates the effort.
Too Bad Daddy Jonah wasn’t on the receiving end of Hazel’s “outrage.”
Then, I’d be rooting for her. ;-)
Uncle Kenny 18 days ago
Notice that as Shannon is presenting them with her nice drawing, B & T are busy praising themselves and paying no attention to her gift.
howtheduck 18 days ago
She’s pretty close in her drawing, except for Toni’s lips which are actually much bigger.
TwilightFaze 18 days ago
I was fully expecting this strip to be about that miserable old biddy telling Kim she’s not allowed to play with them anymore or some other bit of (blank)iness. This, though? I needed this. This is why I can’t get sick of Shannon, even if she has her annoying moments. Such a good kid!
TampaFanatic1 18 days ago
Interesting to see that Jonah is not in Shannon’s family drawing. Hopefully Toni and Brad notice it and realize that they are doing a real good job with Shannon, probably not as good as Nancy would do (though she has almost 30 years of experience) but certainly a much better job than Jonah could ever dream of doing.
beb01 18 days ago
And the reformation of the brat is complete. Now that she’s nice and normal, meaning completely boring in relation to this strip, can we hope to never see her again?
snsurone76 18 days ago
Well, today is the last day of August. Will Jonah come back for his child—and will she go with him willingly? And how would Brad and Toni feel about that? Stay tuned, folks.
PaulAbbott2 18 days ago
This is known as a “heel-face turn”. When a reviled character suddenly turns good. Used in wrestling a lot
Last Rose Of Summer Premium Member 18 days ago
Something tells me that Shannon is going to be moving in permanently. Now they wont have to have a baby.
diazch408 18 days ago
Shannon can draw! Nice!
sbenton7684 18 days ago
Well Shannon has Kim.. her new friend… and that’s probably enough to shut the hag up…
jmworacle 18 days ago
You never know what effect you have on people.
ninjanick101 18 days ago
How cute!
howtheduck 18 days ago
Looks like Shannon took a stab wound to the left shoulder.
kenhense 18 days ago
Toni was offended. She shouldn’t be – that other woman was obviously nuts.
Wilkins068 18 days ago
Well it looks like we got a replacement artist for Greg when he retires..
comic reader 22 18 days ago
And the month of August with Shannon is over YAY!
dunnyman1984 18 days ago
*sniff……I’m not crying, you’re crying….
leighabc123 18 days ago
Remember. Toni and Brad are still young. They are about 22 Luann years old. That means lady was kind of old!
sueb1863 18 days ago
It’s pretty sad how they’re both completely ignoring Shannon and they missed her big reveal that she’s obviously very proud of.
MS72 18 days ago
Enjoy the holiday!
OneTime59 18 days ago
Brad, when you see Shannon’s gift, then you’ll know.
mourdac Premium Member 18 days ago
Interesting and gratifying that Shannon recognizes that family is not necessarily those who spawned a child but is those who actually care for him or her.
The Orange Mailman 18 days ago
That’s good for a wrapup, but a missed opportunity for Shannon to have a little self reflection on how she comes across as bratty like the woman in the park.
imoty2004 18 days ago
Nope, it’s still Bernice.
kaycstamper 18 days ago
Stop jabbering and look at Shannon’s picture!
Painted Wolf 18 days ago
I think that you did okay.
atomicdog 18 days ago
I must congratulate Greg and Karen. This arc actually made me LIKE Shannon.
Chris 18 days ago
just look at Shannon now and she’ll show you how well you’re doing. :D
comic reader 22 18 days ago
Wow Brad, try saying something in front of Shannon that doesn’t make her feel like she’s been a burden.
Count Olaf Premium Member 18 days ago
Brown nose
baskate_2000 18 days ago
Yay Shannon! Toni and Brad, frame that priceless drawing and keep it forever!
Ellis97 18 days ago
Turn around and you’ll find out if you’ve done a good job.
eladee AKA Wally 18 days ago
Uh, Guys….. you’re missing the moment!
Will E. Makeit Premium Member 18 days ago
welcome to Reality…time and place for everything…perspective, attitude, and expectations…
BC to LOTR Premium Member 18 days ago
There is nothing quite like knowing you have been helpful in a child’s life. Giving them the tools and encouragement to be able to make better decisions, be more caring of other, and of course be less narcissistic , Within the world of autism there a belief that autistics lack or have a greatly reduced capacity to understand that other people have their own minds. That others have their own needs, beliefs, desires, and so forth that differ from their own. I’ve often thought we all are a little autistic, and it’s a matter of degrees. They call it theory of mind. I have sometimes wandered if they see others as having existence except for when they are in front of them in a sense. I know that my son has a lack of trust with dogs because he doesn’t know what they are going to do next. He liked and accepted our Chow dog (Hershey) because he was very calm (no jumping up on you or wanting to play) and regal in his bearing. We got a Pyrenean Mountain Dog because they can be good therapy dogs but, he never warmed up to her because she liked to pladrawn toward the consistency of mechanical or repetitive objects. I need to stop hear because I am wearing out my son’s patience (lol). Sorry this is so poorly explained, Just sorta saying that I think most of us have some autistic and narcistic traits from birth and if not helped with seeing others early own life will be hard for them and everyone around them. I absolutely loved this timeline with Shannon. It is amazing how much Brad has grown as a person in this strip. nuff said.
Aladar30 Premium Member 18 days ago
What a cute gift! Shannon really loves her aunt and uncle. Brad and Toni are a great family to her, it’s fair for them to have doubts about whether the way they’re treating her is right or if they should have watched her more in the park. I’m more and more sure that when Shannon leaves, the house will seem them too empty and quiet.
locake 18 days ago
It will be nice to see some other characters next week, for a change. I wonder what Jack, or Les or Tiffany are up to.
prrdh 18 days ago
“Out of the mouths of babes” usually comes drool. But sometimes…
DaBump Premium Member 18 days ago
Aw, sometimes the answer to that perplexing question that’s bother you is… right behind you.
eced52 18 days ago
Shut up and listen to the kid.
Stregone39 18 days ago
This poor kid is yearning, No Begging, for a stable & permanent Home Life, like she has with Brad and Toni (A Glimpse of Future Happenings for her?)
Kr-perry Premium Member 18 days ago
Refrigerator art. Keep it FOREVER.
MuddyUSA Premium Member 18 days ago
The sweetness just oozes…….
amanda.elliott3619 18 days ago
Anyone think Shannon is going to be adopted by grad and Toni?
billdaviswords 18 days ago
For once, Shannon does something nice and thinking of others. Wow. Well, twice. She was nice to the kid at the park.
The Quiet One 18 days ago
Shannon obviously believes you have, and that’s all that matters. Don’t let some bully from the park cause you to doubt that.
paul brians 18 days ago
The standard misspelling is “speshul.”
WilliamVollmer 18 days ago
Brad, Toni; quit worrying, and/or, patting your selves on the back, and, see your reward. (For a six year old, Shannon seems like quite the artist.)
mindjob 18 days ago
Picasso is eating his heart out
ForeverDemon64 18 days ago
That’s sweet, Shannon.
Lottietripe 18 days ago
I appreciate this for the spotlight it puts on a common modern issue. Raising a child is about that child’s development and the opportunities they are presented with in life. I myself was ignored growing up, so I began reading the comics to practice learning how to read. It was through Garfield, For Better or For Worse, Dennis the Menace, and Family Circle that I saw what a family could look like. Now, with comics such as Luann, Heart of the City, and Jumpstart, I’m seeing brave conversations started. Remember when we would have different opinions and just leave it at that? We didn’t discuss politics or religion, but rather simply shared our life experiences with one another and all that was taken from such interactions was a deeper appreciation for that person.Let’s live there
walter Premium Member 18 days ago
Looks like the plot line is working up to Shannon being an adoptive child after Dad decides to stay in CA.
Joe1962 Premium Member 18 days ago
Awwwww, Shannon how sweet.
KenDHoward1 18 days ago
And the child affirms what they should already know … ;)
RSH 18 days ago
Even though it seems we are concluding an arc, I would still like to think that Shannon and Kim could be friends (going forward), and that maybe they will meet up again in school or elsewhere. Whenever a character is named often it implies that they will continue in some way. Kim’s mother has no name (to us), therefore she’s not important and will not re-appear (the way I see it). Why would G & K have introduced us to Kim and initiated a friendship between her and Shannon (via Shannon) if we were never going to see that friendship develop or never see Kim again?
David Huie Green AmericaIsGreatItHasUs 18 days ago
No man is a prophet in his own land, on the other hand they’re special to Shannon.
Laurie Stoker Premium Member 18 days ago
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
bookworm0812 18 days ago
Shannon’s a pretty talented artist!
eddi-TBH 18 days ago
I call that a big, fat clue.
the dorf 17 days ago
She drew Brad from when he was a teen, aka Mr Potato Head.
Curiosity Premium Member 17 days ago
You’ve done well,as shown by the picture, but it wouldn’t hurt to be a little more aware of what’s going on. In fact you need to pay a bit more attention Right Now!
lnrokr55 17 days ago
Shannon gets it, real development in all the recent storylines I think. Not following predictable paths. I like it. Kudos !
PaulLeckner 16 days ago
Out of the mouths of children.
Black76Manta 16 days ago
I’m glad to see that they realized that they weren’t taking good care of the little girl in the park by losing sight of her. In this day and age, it’s not a good idea to lose sight of children when they’re playing in the park!
Kenezg 15 days ago
Now Brad and Toni are becoming self involved.
orz 13 days ago
I haven’t been following closely… But how old is Shannon supposed to be? She looks old enough to be able to spell “special.”